Apple picking. Mountain hikes. Mansions and crumbling castles. A headless horseman?? The Hudson Valley, a region just north of New York City, is full of fascinating history, beautiful scenery, and more than a few surprises. In autumn, the area comes … [Read more...] about 36 Things to do in Hudson Valley, New York: a Complete Local’s Guide
The East Coast
The Ultimate 10-Day New England Road Trip Itinerary
White steeples against crisp blue skies, glorious autumn colors and fall foliage like you wouldn’t believe, fresh lobster rolls, REAL maple syrup – New England conjures all kinds of cozy associations! And some not so cozy, like great white sharks, … [Read more...] about The Ultimate 10-Day New England Road Trip Itinerary
10 Charming Places to Experience Fall in New Hampshire
Train rides through fall foliage. Fresh apple cider. Haunted fabulous hotels. Imagine you're sipping on a hot cup of cider and munching on homemade apple cider donuts from the country’s oldest orchard. You're crunching on leaves and breathing in … [Read more...] about 10 Charming Places to Experience Fall in New Hampshire
10 Magical Things to Do in Washington DC in the Winter (& Why You Should Spend Christmas in Washington DC)
Twinkling Christmas trees on the White House lawn. Ice skating over a glittering wharf. Sipping a martini in an igloo at the Watergate Hotel. Winter in Washington DC is a snowy playground of politicians, partisans, and spies. It's as full of history … [Read more...] about 10 Magical Things to Do in Washington DC in the Winter (& Why You Should Spend Christmas in Washington DC)
3 Days in Boston: The Ultimate Weekend Itinerary for Boston, Massachusetts
Here's a fun fact: I (Lia) was actually born in Boston! I lived there for a grand total of the first 3 years of my life, during which most of my memories involved snow, and the traumatic experience of losing the leg of one of my favorite Barbie dolls … [Read more...] about 3 Days in Boston: The Ultimate Weekend Itinerary for Boston, Massachusetts
The Ultimate Local’s Travel Guide to Washington, DC
Washington D.C: our nation's capital, the hub of our country, our political center. Sure, at the moment, that might sound like ... literal, actual hell. BUT that's not the city's fault! There's a lot more to Washington DC than politics. Like cherry … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Local’s Travel Guide to Washington, DC
The Ultimate Self-Guided Walking Tour of Lower Manhattan: A Local’s Guide
New York City: Home of delicious bagels, excellent pizza, the Statue of Liberty, a lot of people who all walk very fast, and today's guest post contributor! Jeremy and I visit New York City frequently to see our family, and we're often overwhelmed by … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Self-Guided Walking Tour of Lower Manhattan: A Local’s Guide